Senior Fire Engineer

Arup; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth & Development

Global Opportunities

Financial well-being & Ownership

Work-Life Balance

Well-being and Culture

Job summary

Arup Madrid is seeking a Senior Fire Engineer to lead fire safety engineering across diverse projects, shaping strategies from concept to completion. The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, client engagement, and mentoring junior engineers, within a country-specific regulatory context.

Ideal candidates bring 3+ years in fire engineering, strong knowledge of Spanish fire safety regulations, and fluency in Spanish and English, with a track record of delivering innovative,

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a fire engineering consultancy or similar environment.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable Spanish legislation and fire safety best practices.
• Experience applying both prescriptive and performance-based design approaches.
• Fluency in Spanish and proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver fire safety engineering services across a variety of projects.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and financials.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Develop fire safety strategies, shaping projects from concept through to completion.
• Collaborate with internal and external multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers.

Skills

Fire safety engineering

Project management

Client relationship building

Mentoring

Education

Degree in Architecture or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Job description

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Spain

Highlighting Project Diversity in the Fire Engineer Team

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach have set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

We have been present in Spain since 1993 and we have a team of more than 420 engineers, consultants, and qualified technical personnel. We work for clients from the public and private sectors, providing creative and sustainable solutions based on the efficient use of resources.

Arup has been at the forefront of fire safety engineering for over 50 years, investing in our people, our research and academic partnerships. Whether developing fire strategy designs, specialist fire safety analysis, offering strategic advice, or carrying out inspection, risk assessment or expert witness services, our work is grounded in fire science.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to become part of a team of experts in the field and to be able to work in country-specific codes and planning standards for fire safety.

As a Senior Fire Engineer At Arup, You Will

• Lead and deliver fire safety engineering services across a variety of projects.
• Manage project timelines, deliverables, and financials.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Develop fire safety strategies, shaping projects from concept through to completion.
• Collaborate with internal and external multidisciplinary teams.
• Mentor and support the development of junior engineers.

Does this role inspire you?

We Are Looking For a Senior Fire Safety Engineer To Complement Our Growing Fire Safety Team In Madrid. This Is An Exciting Opportunity To Be Part Of a Multidisciplinary Group Delivering Innovative And Evidence-based Fire Safety Solutions Across Diverse Sectors And Complex Projects. Ideally, You’ll Bring

• Degree in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering or similar studies, or related discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in a fire engineering consultancy or similar environment.
• In-depth knowledge of applicable Spanish legislation and fire safety best practices.
• Experience applying both prescriptive and performance-based design approaches.
• Fluency in Spanish and proficiency in English (spoken and written).

Conditions

Immediate incorporation

Why Arup?

At Arup, we offer a rewarding career with a global company committed to a better future. Our unique trust ownership structure allows us to prioritize meaningful work and invest in our people. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits That Work For You

• Professional Growth & Development: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities, training programs, and mentorship to enhance your skills and advance your career at Arup.
• Global Opportunities: Collaborate with colleagues worldwide and explore potential short-term or long-term assignments at other Arup offices and project locations.
• Financial Well-being & Ownership: Receive a competitive salary and benefits package and share in Arup's success through our global profit-sharing programme.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer a hybrid working model and flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Well-being and Culture: Access to a range of well-being programs, including sports subsidies, social activities, and initiatives promoting a healthy work-life balance. We foster a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

Arup is recognized as one of the best companies to work for in Spain in 2025 by Actualidad Económica and Forbes magazine, thanks to our flexibility policies. We also adhere to the Code of Principles of Generational Diversity, committing to equal opportunities regardless of age.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You’ll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning—to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible. If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact [e-mail]. We’re here to support you.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?